Scarab: meaning, definitions and examples
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scarab
[ หskษr.ษb ]
insects, symbolism
A scarab is a type of beetle, particularly the Sacred Scarab (Scarabaeus sacer), that was revered in ancient Egypt and symbolized the sun, creation, and rebirth. These insects are known for their dung-rolling behavior and are often depicted in ancient art and jewelry as a talisman or amulet.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The scarab beetle rolls dung into balls.
- In Egypt, scarabs were used as amulets.
- Artifacts of scarab symbolism can be found in tombs.
- The ancient Egyptians believed scarabs had protective powers.
Translations
Translations of the word "scarab" in other languages:
๐ต๐น escaravelho
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคเคฐเคฌ
๐ฉ๐ช Skarabรคus
๐ฎ๐ฉ skarab
๐บ๐ฆ ัะบะฐัะฐะฑะตะน
๐ต๐ฑ skarabeusz
๐ฏ๐ต ในใซใฉใ
๐ซ๐ท scarabรฉe
๐ช๐ธ escarabajo
๐น๐ท scarab
๐ฐ๐ท ์ค์นด๋ผ๋ฒ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฎููุณุงุก
๐จ๐ฟ skarab
๐ธ๐ฐ skarab
๐จ๐ณ ็ฒ่ซ
๐ธ๐ฎ skarab
๐ฎ๐ธ skarab
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะบะฐัะฐะฑะตะน
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ skarab
๐ฒ๐ฝ escarabajo
Etymology
The term 'scarab' originates from the Latin word 'scarabaeus', which has its roots in the Greek word 'skarabaios', both referring to a beetle. The Sacred Scarab of ancient Egypt, also known as the dung beetle, was associated with the sun god Ra. Ancient Egyptians observed how these beetles rolled dung into balls, which seemed to symbolize the sun rolling across the sky. The Scarab became a powerful symbol, representing resurrection and transformation. Over time, scarabs were often crafted from stone or faience and were widely used as amulets placed in tombs to protect the deceased in the afterlife. Today, scarabs continue to be an enduring symbol of renewal and the cycle of life.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,530 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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